BENTON (AP) — The Saline County sheriff has reversed course on his plan to leave office and now says he wants to finish his term and run for re-election.

The county’s quorum court and other leaders on Tuesday asked Sheriff Bruce Pennington to resign immediately.

Last week, Pennington submitted a one-sentence letter saying he would retire in October. The letter didn’t cite a reason but it followed his conviction on charges of public drunkenness and resisting arrest.

Saline County Judge Lanny Fite says Pennington’s personal problems are preventing him from carrying out his duties.

A number of prominent officials, including U.S. Rep. Tim Griffin, called on Pennington to leave office.